Everyone has that one place or destination you've always wanted to visit. But before we can see it, all we can do is learn more about the country. From unique locations, food, music, and shopping, that is how I feel about visiting South Korea. I never thought I would be one of those people who ended up falling in love with KPOP, but here I am; my Spotify is just a KPOP radio station.
Fortunately, in this digital era where algorithms guide our interests, I stumbled upon an intriguing advertisement on my Instagram. It was about an exhibition delving into Seoul's heart, named Delight. It promised a cultural immersion, a guided map of knowledge, and an experience like no other. Without a second thought, I purchased a ticket and embarked on a journey of discovery.
As soon as I entered the exhibition, I was greeted and guided through an app.
The app offered a bonus- a chance to win a free poster through a fruit ninja experience. It may sound unusual, but exploring the exhibition was a fun way. Divided into 12 sections, each delving into a different South Korean history, the exhibition immersed me in the culture. The first section is a persona, which features residents of South Korea talking about Soeul in Korean. Once I entered, I was immediately immersed and interested to hear every story.
With 12 installations, there was a lot to take in, but I want to talk about my highlights from this exhibition. The second zone of the exhibition was 631, and this installation is on my homepage. The influence was on the sound of wind chimes and Cheongsachorong, a celebration for newlyweds. Inside this installation, you are surrounded by traditional Korean lanterns with stunning colours that will change as you immerse yourself.
My second highlight was the Poetry Vanishes, a beautiful section filled with Korean poetry surrounded by the sound of rain. There is one poem that stuck with me:
"Unable to forget, you'll remember, I'm sure, Living in this world just as it is, There will come a day to forget. Unable to forget, you'll remember, no doubt, So be it, just let the years pass by. You will one day forget some if not all. Yet, once again, it's like this, you see, Living with yearning, unable to forget, Perhaps it will come to mine?"
Written by Kim, So-wol.
Third is the College: Gwanghwa, which featured Seoul's bustling beauty. Lastly is the Urban Pulse installation, which immerses you in the urban narratives and signs that surround Seoul. I mean, genuinely, with all 12 installations, it wasn't easy to choose my favourite.
I loved every second of it, and it is still available for people in the UK until mid-April. I used the website Fever to find my ticket, and I highly recommend you give it a shot. So, I hope you have enjoyed my first post and the pictures alongside it. Feel free to check out the videos from the exhibition on my homepage.
Until Next time,
Take care.
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